Flip a coin to decide what incurable disease you might have? I wish it was as easy as that. In my experience, it took much more time, research, testing and hoping for a diagnosis that we could literally live with. My husband was diagnosed with Lyme Disease and three years later he died from ALS… Continue reading Heads or Tails: ALS or Lyme Disease?
Tag: Ticks
A Guide to Natural Tick Repellents
One of the strongest weapons in the fight against Lyme disease is insect repellent, and there are a number of types to choose from. The most commonly used repellent is DEET. According to the National Pesticide Information Center, the colorless liquid, which was developed by the Army in 1946 for the protection of soldiers, has… Continue reading A Guide to Natural Tick Repellents
7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Lyme Disease
Celebrities – like singer Avril Lavigne, and authors Amy Tan and Rebecca Wells – have spoken publicly about their struggles with Lyme disease, so many people recognize that it can be serious. Most people have heard of Lyme disease, the infection that is passed onto humans (and animals) through the bite of a tick.… Continue reading 7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Lyme Disease